So you're ready to propose...


Congratulations on finding your forever person! Let's document this special moment! I, along with The Picnic Place, will guide you through the process of planning this special day. I want to make it easy for you and extra special for your soon-to-be fiance!

Romantic beach picnic setup with blankets and cushions at sunset.

MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER

Hi, I'm Tristin

I’m a local Santa Barbara family lifestyle photographer, born and raised. I believe that choosing a photographer is an important and personal decision. If we get to work together we will laugh, play, and have a great time! Capturing the unique beauty in every family is my passion and I look forward to turning your love into art.

I, along with The Picnic Place, am here to help!

Find out more about me

the PHOTOGRAPHY process

1: Book Your photo shoot WITH ME


Fill out my contact form and let me know what vibe you're looking for in your Santa Barbara session location. If we are a good fit, we will choose a date and get you on my calendar!

2: I'll help you Get Prepared


We will narrow down an exact location, use my styling guide to help you build cohesive outfits, and get feedback and suggestions from me. As a 4th generation Santa Barbara Photographer, I know all the best spots.

3: expect a joyful photo EXPERIENCE


Enjoy your fun photo experience full of love, joy, and connection. Enjoy each other and go with the flow! You'll love your photographs so much more if you do.

4: Receive Your Images & album


Finally, within 3 weeks, you'll receive your online gallery full of joy-filled images of you with your loved ones. Your complimentary photo album will follow just days later. You can order prints and wall art right from your gallery if you wish.

Proposal Photography Session

$1650 ALL-INCLUSIVE LIFESTYLE PORTRAIT SESSION


Proposal sessions are photographed outdoors, using natural light and beautiful surroundings to tell the story of this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Whether you’re beneath ancient oak trees with golden light filtering through the branches or standing on the beach with waves rolling in behind you, the focus is on authenticity, emotion, and connection.


These sessions are discreet, thoughtfully planned, and guided just enough to allow the moment to unfold naturally. My role is to document the proposal as it truly happens, preserving the surprise, the reactions, and the joy that follows.


What’s included

• Up to one hour of proposal coverage

• A minimum of 75 hand-edited images in both color and black & white

• A private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing

• A complimentary luxury photo album designed by me and delivered to your home


OPTIONAL ADD ONS

CINEMATIC PROPOSAL FILM $700

A beautifully edited film that captures movement, emotion, and the full experience of your proposal


EXPEDITED GALLERY DELIVERY $250

Your full gallery delivered within one week, plus a small set of sneak peeks within 48 hours, perfect for sharing your announcement

Romantic beach proposal scene with red roses and couple embracing.

Cinematic Films

When you book a session with me, you have the option to add on a cinematic film. It's a way to encapsulate a small yet meaningful slice of time, documented in a way that will endure for generations to come.
A romantic beach proposal setup with white lanterns, rose petals, and decorative elements along the shoreline.
Couple sharing intimate moment on striped beach chairs with rose petals.

“ When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible. ”

(When Harry Met Sally)
A couple sits on a beach blanket with their small dogs during an intimate seaside moment.
A couple shares a romantic moment on the beach during golden hour with palm trees in the background.
A couple walks along a scenic beach with palm trees and coastal homes in the background.
A surprise proposal scene unfolds on a beach decorated with red rose petals and a white canopy.
A couple embraces on a sunny beach with waves and coastal scenery in the background.
A couple shares an emotional moment during a beach proposal with ocean views.
A beach proposal scene with decorative elements and rose petals along the shoreline.
Someone writes in the sand on a scenic beach during a romantic proposal setup.
A romantic beach setup with white lanterns and rose petals during golden hour.
Golden retriever dogs playing on a sunny beach with their owners during a romantic proposal photoshoot.
Romantic beach proposal setup with red roses and champagne at sunset.
Surprise beach proposal moment captured from behind with coastal homes in background.
Happy couple embracing on beach with oceanfront homes visible in background.
Intimate couple photoshoot during golden hour on sandy beach.
Couple enjoying romantic picnic on beach at sunset with wine glasses.
Beach engagement photoshoot with couple lounging on blanket with rose petals.

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